Preface.

The author of this pamphlet is alone responsible for its publication. It has no other authority.

The facts given in relation to Divine interference in the Church and the restoration of Ministry as in the beginning, are gathered from living witnesses, the author's own experience, and the writings of some who have fallen asleep.

No attempt is made to defend the people who recognise God's mercy in restoring Apostleship. They know that the charge of "error" brought against them arises through ignorance as to their place in, and relationship to, the Church Universal; and that thereby misapprehension and even prejudice are entertained towards them by their brethren. This position, it is hoped, I they are prepared to endure with charity and patience.

Nor is any attempt made to defend the truth. That would be presumption. It is omnipotent, and, sooner or later, will correct error and drive all evil into eternal oblivion. But it is both duty and charity to make prominent neglected or forgotten, yet momentous, aspects of truth. Such are dealt with in this pamphlet.

In the measure that truth is known, and acted upon, is the true stature of manhood attained. All truth is summed up in man—the Man, Christ Jesus.

A portion of this pamphlet forms a comment upon the address given by Bishop Wallis at a meeting of the Wellington; (Anglican) Synod.

For Bishop Wallis as a man, and honoured servant of God, only the highest respect and affection can be held by all who have the pleasure of his acquaintance. It is to be regretted that, under a supposed sense of duty, he has made and published statements that call for correction.

Religious controversy has been called "the scab on the Church." It is at no time desirable, and as far as the subject will permit, has been avoided.

The writer, in view of rapidly-approaching judgments on the Church and Christendom, will be pleased to communicate I with any who desire to learn more about the facts stated.